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I. SAFETY

Definition: Minimizes risk of harm to patients and providers through both system effectiveness and individual performance.

Select one of the following statements to discuss Safety:

1. Value own role in preventing errors.

2. Describe the benefits and limitations of selected safety-enhancing technologies (such as, barcodes, computer provider order entry, medication pumps, and automatic alerts/alarms.)

3. Discuss effective strategies to reduce reliance on memory.